Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo National Park is a compact and scenic park located in western Uganda, just four hours’ drive from Kampala. Known for its tranquil atmosphere and rolling acacia-dotted hills, the park offers a more relaxed and intimate safari experience. It is the only park in Uganda where you can spot zebras, elands, and impalas in the same place. With five lakes inside the park, visitors can enjoy boat safaris, nature walks, horseback riding, and cycling tours—making it a perfect stop for active travelers or those short on time. Lake Mburo is also a birdwatcher's paradise, home to over 350 bird species.

• The closest national park to Uganda’s capital, Kampala
• Only park in Uganda where impalas are found
• One of the few parks offering horseback and cycling safaris
• Contains 5 lakes within its boundaries
• Named after a traditional folklore story involving brothers Mburo and Kigarama

• Game Drives: Spot zebras, elands, topis, buffaloes, and leopards
• Boat Safaris: Explore Lake Mburo to see hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds
• Horseback Safaris: Ride through the savannah with no engine noise to disturb the wildlife
• Walking Safaris: Take guided walks for up-close encounters with animals and nature
• Bird Watching: Look for papyrus gonoleks, African finfoots, and shoebills

• Location: Western Uganda, near Mbarara
• Travel: About 4 hours by road from Kampala
• Nearest town: Mbarara (approximately 1 hour away)

• Plains zebras and impalas
• Elands, topis, and buffaloes
• Hippos and crocodiles in Lake Mburo
• Leopards and hyenas
• Over 350 bird species, including African fish eagle and saddle-billed stork